By Darin 
Known as “Ageless Wonder” and “Mr. Redskin,” Darrell Green redefined the cornerback position with a combination of world-class speed and remarkable longevity. From his roots as a track star at Texas A&I to a legendary 20-season career in Washington, Green didn’t just keep up with the league’s fastest receivers—he outlasted them. Whether he was chasing down Hall of Fame running backs from behind or setting NFL records for consistency, Darrell Green’s impact on the gridiron remains unmatched. Discover the story of the man who ran a sub-4.4 forty-yard dash at the age of 50 and cemented his place in both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame.
Football Bio
February 15, 1960 – Houston, Texas – Darrell Green, the speedy ball-hawking cornerback from Texas A&I, was born. Green was able to cover receivers from the line of scrimmage, confident that his speed would allow him to recover on deep patterns, per the NFF. Darrell was a first-team All-America in 1982 and was the MVP in the Lone Star Conference. The National Football Foundation selected Darrell Green for entrance into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2004. The Washington Redskins used their first-round pick in the 1983 NFL Draft to choose Darrell. Green spent his amazing 20-year NFL career in D.C. and set an NFL record of having a pick in 19 straight seasons. He was a four-time All-Pro, played in 7 Pro Bowls, and was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008.
Conclusion
Darrell Green’s career is a masterclass in professional excellence and athletic durability. By spending all two decades of his professional journey with a single franchise, he became the heart and soul of the Washington defense. His ability to maintain elite speed well into his 40s allowed him to compete against multiple generations of NFL stars, from Tony Dorsett to Jerry Rice. More than just a speedster, Green was a technician and a leader whose record of 19 consecutive seasons with an interception may never be broken. He remains a gold standard for what it means to be a “complete” defensive back.
Accolades & Football Accomplishments
- Pro Football Hall of Fame: Class of 2008 (First Ballot).
- College Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2004.
- 2× Super Bowl Champion: (XXII, XXVI).
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team member.
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team member.
- 4× First-team All-Pro: (1986, 1987, 1990, 1991).
- 7× Pro Bowl Selection: (1984, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1996, 1997).
- NFL Man of the Year: (1996).
- NFL Record: Most consecutive seasons with at least one interception (19).
- NFL Record: Most seasons with one franchise (20 – tied).
- Washington Franchise Record: Career interceptions (54).
- 4× NFL’s Fastest Man Competition Champion.
- Lone Star Conference MVP: (1982) at Texas A&I.
